Production Engineer Shale And Tight

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.  As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies. Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all. About the Position The Production Engineer (Shale & Tight ) is part of the Production Engineering team within the Chevron ENGINE Center and is responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of subsurface operations across Chevron’s Shale and Tight (S&T) assets. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize production and mitigate risks associated with the extraction of hydrocarbons from shale and tight formations. Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements. Key Responsibilities • Reliability Analysis: Conduct detailed reliability and risk assessments of subsurface equipment and processes, identifying potential failure modes and implementing strategies to mitigate them. • Data Management: Utilize advanced data analytics to monitor performance metrics and trends, providing insights and recommendations for improving asset reliability. • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with geoscientists, reservoir engineers, production engineers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement reliability programs tailored to specific asset needs. • Failure Investigation: Lead root cause analysis of subsurface equipment failures, develop corrective actions, and implement preventive measures to enhance system reliability. • Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment design, maintenance practices, and operational procedures. • Technology Integration: Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies that enhance the reliability and performance of subsurface operations. • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all subsurface reliability activities comply with industry regulations and company standards. • Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports and presentations on reliability performance, trends, and improvement initiatives to management and stakeholders. A bout you We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged. To be considered for this role, applicants should have: Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. • Strong understanding of subsurface equipment and technologies used in shale and tight formations. Preferred Qualifications • 5-10 years of experience in reliability engineering, reservoir engineering, or production engineering within the oil and gas industry, with a focus on shale and tight oil and gas assets. • Proficiency in reliability engineering tools and methodologies, such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), RCA, and reliability modeling software. • Familiarity with industry regulations and best practices related to subsurface operations. Selection Criteria 1 1. Technical Qualifications • Advanced Analytical Skills: Proficiency in using statistical and analytical tools to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights for reliability improvements. • Software Proficiency: Familiarity with industry-standard software and tools such as MATLAB, Python, or R for data analysis, as well as specialized reliability modeling software like ReliaSoft or RAMS. • Reservoir Simulation: Experience with reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, CMG, Petrel) to model subsurface behavior and predict production performance. • Geomechanical Understanding: Knowledge of geomechanical principles and their application to assess wellbore stability and fracture propagation in shale and tight formations. • Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques: Understanding of EOR methods applicable to shale and tight reservoirs, such as gas injection or chemical flooding, and their impact on asset reliability. • Production Optimi